George Best Belfast City Airport (EGAC / BHD)
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EGAC airport at a glance
- ICAO code
- EGAC
- IATA code
- BHD
- City
- Belfast
- Region
- Northern Ireland
- Country
- United Kingdom
- Elevation
- 15 ft (5 m)
- Time zone
- Europe/London (UTC±0)
- Coordinates
- 54.6181° N, 5.8725° W
- Empty legs from
- 0
- Empty legs to
- 0
Weather & airport info EGAC
Current weather
Good visual conditions (VFR)observed 03 Nov, 18:20 UTC- Wind
- 5 kt (9 km/h) from east-northeast (70°)
- Visibility
- 10 km or more
- Clouds
- few clouds at 2,100 ft, overcast at 3,600 ft
- Temperature
- 11 °C (dew point 8 °C)
- Pressure (QNH)
- 1,037 hPa
Original weather report (METAR)
METAR EGAC 031820Z AUTO 07005KT 360V120 9999 FEW021 OVC036 11/08 Q1037
Forecast (TAF)
- 03 Nov, 18:00–22:00 UTC7 kt (13 km/h) from east-northeast (60°) · visibility 10 km or more · scattered clouds at 4,000 ft
Original forecast (TAF)
TAF EGAC 031656Z 0318/0322 06007KT 9999 SCT040
Airport
- Elevation
- 15 ft (5 m)
- Sunrise / Sunset
- 07:29 / 16:44 local time
Runways
| Runway | Length | Surface | Lighted |
|---|---|---|---|
| 04/22 | 1,829 m (6,001 ft) | asphalt | yes |
Radio frequencies
- Approach: 130.85
- ATIS: 136.625
- Tower: 122.825
For information only, not for flight planning. Weather can change quickly; always rely on official reports. Sources: aviationweather.gov (NOAA), OurAirports.
Airport map EGAC
Full screen →Runways white, taxiways yellow with designators, closed taxiways and runways per NOTAM in red.
Official charts
Aerodrome, approach and ground charts are published by the national air navigation service in its AIP:
NATS UK AIP →For information only, not for navigation. Always use current official charts and NOTAMs.
Current NOTAMs for EGAC(3)
NOTAMs (Notices to Air Missions) announce short-term changes at an airport: closed runways or taxiways, unserviceable approach aids, obstacles, airspace restrictions.
- NoticeObstacle: erectedI7201/26· until 18 Jan, 17:00 UTC
A mobile crane and piling rig are operating. The mobile crane has a maximum height of 77 ft above ground and 82 ft above sea level. The piling rig has a maximum height of 53 ft above ground and 58 ft above sea level.
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MOBILE CRANE AND PILING RIG OPR PSN 543803N 0055103W (BELFAST CITY). MOBILE CRANE MAX HGT 77FT AGL/82FT AMSL. PILING RIG MAX HGT 53FT AGL/58FT AMSL
I7201/26 NOTAMN Q) EGPX/QOBCE/IV/M /AE/000/001/5438N00551W001 A) EGAC B) 2610250730 C) 2701181700 D) 0730-1700 E) MOBILE CRANE AND PILING RIG OPR PSN 543803N 0055103W (BELFAST CITY). MOBILE CRANE MAX HGT 77FT AGL/82FT AMSL. PILING RIG MAX HGT 53FT AGL/58FT AMSL
Hours: 0730-1700
- NoticeObstacle: erectedI7202/26· until 18 Jan, 17:00 UTC
A mobile crane and piling rig are operating. The mobile crane has a maximum height of 77 ft above ground and 83 ft above sea level. The piling rig has a maximum height of 53 ft above ground and 59 ft above sea level.
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MOBILE CRANE AND PILING RIG OPR PSN 543759N 0055105W (BELFAST CITY). MOBILE CRANE MAX HGT 77FT AGL/83FT AMSL. PILING RIG MAX HGT 53FT AGL/59FT AMSL
I7202/26 NOTAMN Q) EGPX/QOBCE/IV/M /AE/000/001/5438N00551W001 A) EGAC B) 2610250730 C) 2701181700 D) 0730-1700 E) MOBILE CRANE AND PILING RIG OPR PSN 543759N 0055105W (BELFAST CITY). MOBILE CRANE MAX HGT 77FT AGL/83FT AMSL. PILING RIG MAX HGT 53FT AGL/59FT AMSL
Hours: 0730-1700
- NoticePAPII6857/26· permanent
The Precision Approach Path Indicator (PAPI) for runway 04 has been amended due to relocation. The eye height over threshold is 52 ft and the distance from threshold is 314 meters. For runway 22, the eye height over threshold of the PAPI has been changed to 52 ft.
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AMEND RWY 04 PAPI DUE RELOCATION - LEFT/3DEG, MEHT 52FT, DIST FM THR 314M. RWY 22 PAPI MEHT CHANGED TO 52FT. UK AIP AD 2.14, AD 2.24 AND DIGITAL DATASET REFERS.
I6857/26 NOTAMN Q) EGPX/QLPXX/IV/BO /A /000/999/5437N00552W005 A) EGAC B) 2610070448 C) PERM E) AMEND RWY 04 PAPI DUE RELOCATION - LEFT/3DEG, MEHT 52FT, DIST FM THR 314M. RWY 22 PAPI MEHT CHANGED TO 52FT. UK AIP AD 2.14, AD 2.24 AND DIGITAL DATASET REFERS.
For information only, not for flight planning or operational use. Always rely on an official pre-flight briefing. This list may be incomplete or out of date. Explanations and expanded abbreviations are generated automatically. The original text is authoritative. Source: FAA NOTAM Management Service (SWIM).
Private jet traffic in George Best Belfast City Airport (last 30 days)
- Arrivals
- 29
- Departures
- 20
- Different jets
- 22
Most frequent origins: London Luton Airport (3), RAF Northolt (3), London Biggin Hill Airport (3).
Most frequent destinations: Farnborough Airport (3), RAF Northolt (3).
Most common aircraft types: Bombardier Challenger 600/650 (6), Cessna Citation Excel/XLS (5), Dassault Falcon 900 (5), Cessna Citation CJ1/M2 (4), Embraer Legacy 500/Praetor 600 (4).
Friday is the busiest day.
Our own analysis of public ADS-B signals from business jets. Not every flight is received, and jets with a removal request are excluded.
Charter operators based here
Operators with a base at this airport.
- Emerald Airlines IrelandTurboprop
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EGAC airport FAQ
Are there any restrictions at Belfast airport (EGAC) today?
There are currently 3 valid NOTAMs for Belfast (EGAC). For information only, not for flight planning or operational use. Always rely on an official pre-flight briefing. This list may be incomplete or out of date.
What is the weather at Belfast airport (EGAC)?
According to the latest weather report for EGAC (METAR, 03 Nov, 18:20 UTC): Good visual conditions (VFR). Wind 5 kt (9 km/h) from east-northeast (70°), visibility 10 km or more, temperature 11 °C (dew point 8 °C). For information only, not for flight planning. Weather can change quickly; always rely on official reports.
How long are the runways at Belfast airport (EGAC)?
Belfast (EGAC) has one runway: runway 04/22 with 1,829 m (6,001 ft), asphalt.
What are the radio frequencies at Belfast airport (EGAC)?
Frequencies at EGAC: Tower 122.825 MHz and ATIS 136.625 MHz. For information only. Always rely on the published AIP.
What are the airport codes of George Best Belfast City Airport?
The ICAO code is EGAC and the IATA code is BHD. ICAO codes are used by air traffic control and pilots, e.g. in flight plans; IATA codes appear on tickets and baggage tags.
What is the elevation of EGAC airport?
George Best Belfast City Airport sits at 15 ft (5 m) above sea level. Local time zone: Europe/London.
Can I fly to EGAC by private jet?
Whether a private jet can operate into George Best Belfast City Airport depends on runway length, opening hours, customs and immigration rules as well as slot and handling availability, among other things. PrivJet checks this with the operating carrier for every request.
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